A RENEWABLES company near Driffield has established itself in the industry by sealing contracts worth half-a-million pounds in just two months.

Discover Renewables, which is based in Middleton-on-the-Wolds, has secured deals with companies in the farming, commercial and domestic sectors, despite only beginning to trade in November.

The company provides solutions in solar photovoltaic (PV) and biomass heating systems.

Martin Bleasby, Discover Renewables operations manager, believes this is an exciting time for people to invest in greener heating systems.

He said: "Potential tariff cuts for both incentives in April mean there has never been a more pressing time to invest in these technologies.

"Given our unique approach towards the cost of installation, a rapidly building order book and constantly varying lead-in times, I would urge anyone exploring the possibility of purchasing a solar or biomass system to enquire with us now."

Both solar PV and biomass systems offer a sustainable source of energy as well as having a low impact on the environment.

Rising energy bills and a growing desire to reduce emissions mean homeowners and businesses are starting to look for greener energy alternatives.

Gary Oxtoby, contracts manager for Discover Renewables, said he believes rising costs are causing people to look for a more sustainable form of energy.

He said: "More and more people are leaning towards a consistent form of energy production. We feel renewable energy solutions are available for everyone and can make a significant financial difference to farmers, businesses and families."